Encompass Health Corp (EHC)

Operating return on assets (Operating ROA)

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 864,500 731,800 627,900 822,800 661,900
Total assets US$ in thousands 6,534,700 6,102,400 5,636,500 6,864,900 6,445,900
Operating ROA 13.23% 11.99% 11.14% 11.99% 10.27%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating ROA = Operating income ÷ Total assets
= $864,500K ÷ $6,534,700K
= 13.23%

To analyze Encompass Health Corp's operating return on assets (ROA) over the period from December 31, 2020, to December 31, 2024, we observe a generally positive trend. The operating ROA increased gradually from 10.27% in 2020 to 13.23% by the end of 2024.

This improvement indicates that Encompass Health Corp has become more efficient in generating operating income relative to its assets over the period. The upward trajectory of the operating ROA suggests that the company has been able to increase its operational profitability and efficiency in utilizing its assets.

Overall, the consistent growth in operating ROA reflects positively on the company's operational performance and asset management efficiency, signaling a strengthening financial position and potential for sustained profitability in the future.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating ROA
Encompass Health Corp
EHC
13.23%
Mednax Inc
MD
-3.19%
Select Medical Holdings
SEM
4.78%